You do believe.. and you should. You've done well despite adversity. I'm sorry for your loss. Keep on going forward. As I often remind myself, "what other choice do I have?"

Ray,

Please do not drop out from the board. While sure, many people talk about their successes but the challenges are real, too... not just for you. You're not alone in this. I've known others...

Thank you! I appreciate your encouragement.

Thank you so much! Yes, concept of surgery has me a little spooked but I guess that's normal. Thanks for your prayers. You're very nice.

Hello Everyone....

I tried the usual diets over many years and a few months ago decided to go for the Sleeve. My surgery date was to be end of February but it has been move up to the 14th. I feel...

OK. Went to my first evaluation sessions with a psych., physician and nutritionist. They met and concluded -- that I am perfectly capable of losing the necessary weight on my own. If I enroll in...

Hi.

First appointments with a psychologist and nutritionist last week, first medical appointment coming up later this week. Nutritionist asked me to keep a food diary... using FitBit and Fitness...

I've come to realize that a lot of my weight gain has been due to emotional eating--eating too much and drinking-- when I feel depressed and when I feel good. The highs have been too high for me, the...

Hello Everyone,

I just reached a decision to start the long pre-operation process for sleeve surgery. Your forum posts have been very useful in giving me a sense of what to expect. I appreciate...